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This nationally recognised qualification prepares students with a range of knowledge and skills to enter the performing arts industry. This course may appeal to those who have an interest in lighting, stage management, sound, and similar aspects of production. The course is structured to provide skills and experience consistent with the growing needs of the entertainment industry. Students work as directed on productions mounted by WAAPA and begin by assisting, until sufficiently skilled, to perform designated tasks.
This unit set information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.
All applicants are required to attend an interview. Students must provide evidence of their skills in live production and technical services and the ability to develop solutions in at least one technical area, and/or provide a body of work demonstrating skills in at lease one technical area .
On Campus at Mount Lawley
Production Supervisor, Assistant Stage Manager, Stage Manager, Production Manager, Lighting Supervisor, Line Manager, AV Systems Designer, Sound Technician
Employment opportunities exist in the film, television, theatre, festival, performing arts and allied entertainment industries, depending on the area of specialisation.
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| CPCCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
| CUAIND512 | Enhance professional practice using creative arts industry knowledge |
| CUAPPR515 | Establish and maintain safe creative practice |
| RIIWHS204E | Work safely at heights |
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| BSBPMG541 | Manage complex projects |
| BSBLDR522 | Manage people performance |
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| CUAACD313 | Produce technical drawings |
| CUALGT411 | Operate complex lighting |
| CUALGT511 | Realise lighting designs |
| CUASOU412 | Manage audio input sources |
| CUASOU414 | Manage wireless audio operations |
| CUASOU421 | Mix audio for live productions |
| CUASMT413 | Develop and implement production work plans |
| CUAPPM421 | Contribute to organising productions |
| CUAPPM511 | Manage small-scale live productions |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
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